Correspondence regarding the destruction caused by the November 20, 1861 explosion in the powder yards (Press Room, Grain Mill, and Dust Mill in Upper Yard). Three people were killed including Joseph Russell, John Vichie, and Charles Mulherrin.

Stereoscope card showing damage from a magazine explosion. Handwritten on back: "These two homes stood within 200 yards east of magazine the first was Quinn Home, the second was Mortimers & occupied by Burkhard."

Correspondence from Sophie to her husband describing the aftermath of the explosion and the people she is hosting in her house, including the Syle boys (Louis and Fred). Friend Polly and niece Lina stayed with Sophie to help around the house.